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Each speaker connection on the receiver comprises a positive (+) red, and negative (–) black terminal. For proper sound you should take care to match these up with the terminals on the speakers themselves.

•If you only have one surround back speaker, hook it up to the surround back left (Single) terminal.

•If you’re not using a subwoofer, change the front speaker setting (see Speaker Setting on page 55) to

LARGE.

Caution

•Make sure that all the bare speaker wire is twisted together and inserted fully into the speaker terminal. If any of the bare speaker wire touches the back panel it may cause the power to cut off as a safety measure.

Make sure that the speaker cable you’re going to use is properly prepared with about 10 mm of insulator stripped from each wire, and the exposed wire strands twisted together (fig. A).

To connect a terminal, unscrew the terminal a few turns until there is enough space to insert the exposed wire (fig. B). Once the wire is in position, tighten the terminal until the wire is firmly clamped (fig. C).

10mm

4Plug in the receiver and switch it on, followed by your DVD player, your subwoofer and the TV. Make sure you’ve set the video input on your TV to this receiver. Check the manual that came with the TV if you don’t know how to do this.

Also make sure that DVD/LD is showing in the receiver’s display, indicating that the DVD input is selected. If it isn’t, press DVD/LD on the remote control to set the receiver to the DVD input.

5Use the on-screen Auto Surround setup to set up your system.

See Automatically setting up for surround sound on the next page for more on this.

6Play a DVD, and adjust the volume to your liking. In addition to the basic playback explained in Playing a source on page 14, there are several other sound options you can select. See Listening to your system on page 38 for more on this. See also Making receiver settings from the Surround Setup menu on page 54 for more setup options.

•If you’re not familiar with the proper DVD settings, refer to Checking the settings on your DVD (or other) player on page 14.

fig. A

fig. B

fig. C

Where you place the speakers will have a big effect on the sound. Place your speakers as shown below for the best surround sound effect. For more tips on speaker placement, see Placing the speakers on page 29.

Front L

Front R

Sub-

 

woofer

 

 

Center

Surround

Surround

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R

Surround

Surround

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Contents VSX-AX5Ai-SVSX-AX5Ai-G Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open Operating EnvironmentInformation to User Voltage selectorContents Additional information Controlling other equipment Advanced setupUsing other functions Other connectionsBefore you start Chapter FeaturesChecking the supplied accessories Before you startOpening the front panel Installing the receiverUsing the remote control Before you startRemote control battery indicator Operating range of the remote controlIntroduction to home theater Setting up for Surround SoundMinute guide Minute guide ChapterConnect your speakers 02 5 minute guideLarge Use the on-screen Auto Surround setup to set up your systemMinute guide ‘SurrBack System’ should be highlighted. Press Switch on the receiver and your TV‘Surround Setup’ should be highlighted. Press EnterFollow the instructions on-screen ‘Auto Setting’ should be highlighted. PressMake sure ‘Normal System’ is selected, then select ‘Exit’ Playing a source Checking the settings on your DVD or other playerOther problems when using the Auto Surround Setup If the receiver isn’t already on, switch on the powerRear panel Connecting your equipmentConnecting your equipment Chapter About the video converter Connecting your equipmentDigital audio cables When making cable connectionsAbout cable types Analog audio cablesConnecting your equipment Connecting your TV DVD player Connecting your equipment Connecting a DVD playerVSX-AX5Ai Connecting the multichannel analog outputsSTB Connecting your equipment Connecting a VCR or DVD recorder Connecting your equipment Connecting other video sources DVD player Connecting your equipment Using the component video jacksConnecting your equipment Connecting digital audio sources Tape deck, etc Connecting your equipment Connecting analog audio sourcesPortable DVD player, etc Front left Center Front right Connecting your equipment Installing your speaker systemPlacing the speakers Connecting the speakersBare wire connections AM loop antenna Connecting your equipment Connecting antennasFM wire antenna Connecting external antennasAbout the AC outlet Outdoor antenna Indoor antenna Vinyl-coated wire MetersPlugging in the receiver Front panel Controls and displaysControls and displays Chapter Controls and displays BASS/TREBLE Mcacc Setup MIC jackTone Control ToneTuned Controls and displays DisplayControls and displays Remote control Movie / Music Remote SetupAudio TV InputAuto playback Listening in surround sound Listening to your systemListening to your system Chapter Advanced effect modes Listening to your systemMovie listening modes Basic modesPro Logic IIx Music See above Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music settingsMusic listening modes Listening in stereo Listening with headphonesAdjusting the advanced effect level Neo6 Music settingsListening with Acoustic Calibration Listening to your system Selecting the input signal type NEO6 Listening to your system Using the surround back channelOn the remote control, press RECEIVER, then press HI-BIT Using the audio scaler for Hi-bit and Hi-samplingTreble Using the tone controlSwitching the tone control on or off Adjusting the bass and trebleListening to dual mono soundtracks Release the button when you see the setting you wantReducing noise during playback Finding a station Using the tunerUsing the tuner Chapter Tuning directly to a stationMPX mode Using the tunerAbcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz Listening to memorized station presetsNaming station presets Displaying RDS information Using the tuner An introduction to RDSPress Disp Mode to select the RDS information display Searching for RDS programs Using EONPress EON Mode to select one of the possible modes An introduction to EONPress Enter Press and hold EON Mode for about two secondsClearing all stations from the RDS and EON searches Select the setting you want to adjust Surround Setup menuSurround Setup menu Chapter Making receiver settings from the Surround Setup menuSpeaker Setting Surround Setup menuSurround back speaker setting Normal surround settingChannel Level Select ‘Channel Level’ from the Normal setup menuSpeaker Distance Select ‘Speaker Distance’ from the Normal setup menuControlling other equipment Chapter Using the remote control with other componentsRecalling preset codes Controlling other equipmentControlling other equipment Programming signals from other remote controlsDisc Controlling other equipment Controls for TVsMenu GuideMode Controlling other equipment Controls for other componentsSubtitle DispExit TOPRepeat steps 2-4 for as many components as you want Controlling other equipment Direct functionMulti Operation and System Off Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequencePress Multi Operation Using multi operationsTo add or change a command select ‘Change’ and press Enter Operating other Pioneer components with this unit’s sensor Switching components on and off using the 12 volt triggerUsing System off Making an audio or a video recording Using other functionsUsing other functions Chapter Adjusting the delay of a soundtrackDimming the display Enhancing Sacd playbackEditing remote control display names Using other functionsSwitching the speaker impedance Advanced remote control featuresClearing remote control settings Adjusting the remote control backlightUsing other functions Resetting the system Other connections Chapter Second Zone speaker B setupSwitching the speaker system Other connectionsSpeaker Bi-wiring your speakersOther connections Bi-amping your front speakers Front leftMaking multi-room connections Basic multi-room setupSurrBack System multi-room setup Other connections Multi-room listeningPress Control Using the multi-room controlsUse the Master Volume dial to adjust the volume Other connectionsOther connections Connecting additional amplifiersOther connections Using the i.LINK interface Creating an i.LINK network Other connections About i.LINKAbout Pqls rate control Connect your computer’s USB terminal to Other connections Using the USB interfacePress Input on the remote control repeatedly to select USB Select ‘PC Output’ and press Enter Other connections Connecting a PC for Advanced Mcacc outputAdvanced Mcacc output using your PC Select the setting you want to adjust then press Advanced setupAdvanced setup Chapter System Setup menuAssigning the digital inputs Advanced setupTHX Cinema Setup Input Assign menuSelect ‘Component-In Select’ from the Input Assign menu Assigning the component video inputsAssigning the i.LINK inputs Component-1 OFF Component-2 OFFSelect the name of the input you want to rename Select ‘Function Rename’ from the System Setup menuFunction Rename PHONO/LINE Setup Sacd SetupVolt Trigger Multi-Room and IR receiver setupSelect ‘Expert’ then press Enter Advanced setup Expert setup menuCrossover Network Select ‘Crossover Network’ from the Expert setup menuSelect ‘Fine Channel Level’ from the Expert setup menu Adjust the level of the left channelAcoustic Calibration EQ Fine Channel DelaySetting the Acoustic Calibration EQ automatically Front Align Setting the Acoustic Calibration EQ manuallySelect CUSTOM1 Adjust or CUSTOM2 Adjust Select the channels you want and adjust to your likingSelect ‘Exit’ to copy and confirm Copying your Acoustic Calibration EQ settingsChecking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings Select ‘DATA COPY’ then press EnterProfessional Acoustic Calibration How to use Professional Acoustic CalibrationHow to interpret the graphical output If you selected ‘Auto Pro.’, select ‘Start’ and press Using Professional Acoustic CalibrationSelect a setup option Select ‘Professional’Bass Peak Level Select ‘Bass Peak Level’ from the Expert setup menuDynamic Range Control Select ‘D-Range Control’ from the Expert setup menuChoose the setting that you want Additional information Chapter TroubleshootingPower Additional informationNo sound Additional informationDigital inputs on Other audio problemsVideo Symptom CauseDisplay SettingsPRO Logic II or Neo6 Remote controlLink messages Link interfaceUSB interface Maintenance of external surfacesChanging the frequency step Dolby Additional information Surround sound formatsAdditional information About THX DVR Additional information Preset code brandsDVD CD-RAdditional information Specifications European model Continuous Power Output Additional information Specifications Multi-voltage modelPioneer Corporation

VSX-AX5Ai-S, VSX-AX5Ai-G specifications

The Pioneer VSX-AX5Ai-S and VSX-AX5Ai-G are standout home theater receivers known for their robust performance and advanced features that cater to audio enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. Designed with a focus on versatility and high-fidelity audio reproduction, these receivers deliver exceptional sound quality for both music and movies.

One of the most significant features of the VSX-AX5Ai series is its powerful amplification system. With a capacity to drive multiple channels, these receivers provide dynamic sound and enough power to fill even large spaces. The Class D3 amplification technology used in these models ensures efficient performance, producing clean and distortion-free audio. This technology contributes to higher energy efficiency while providing rich bass and clear highs.

These receivers are equipped with advanced audio codecs, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, which create an immersive surround sound experience. The ability to decode high-definition audio formats enhances the listening experience, bringing movie soundtracks and music to life with precision and depth. The multi-channel setup allows for easy integration into existing home theater systems, delivering a cinematic atmosphere at home.

Another notable feature is the MCACC (Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System). This automatic calibration system optimizes speaker settings based on the room's acoustics, ensuring that users achieve the best possible sound from their speaker setup. It analyzes the acoustics and adjusts the receiver's settings to provide a balanced and harmonious sound profile.

Connectivity is a highlight of the VSX-AX5Ai-S and VSX-AX5Ai-G. They come equipped with multiple HDMI inputs and outputs, allowing users to connect various devices, such as Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. The presence of digital and analog audio inputs ensures compatibility with a wide range of audio sources. Furthermore, these models support video upscaling, enhancing lower-resolution content for improved playback quality.

The user-friendly interface and remote control make it easy to navigate settings and configurations, providing a seamless user experience. Additionally, both models support streaming services, allowing users to access their favorite music directly from apps over Wi-Fi.

In summary, the Pioneer VSX-AX5Ai-S and VSX-AX5Ai-G are exceptional receivers that combine powerful amplification, advanced audio processing, and user-friendly features. With technologies designed to optimize sound quality and provide versatile connectivity, these models are an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their home audio experience. Whether for movies, music, or gaming, they deliver a premium listening experience that stands out in the competitive home theater market.
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